Promenade Napoleonienne French Wall Tapestry 2-4 Piece Sets and often considered one of

and often considered one of the greatest works of art of the Middle Ages in Europe

originates from a set of ten tapestries called The History of the Chinese Emperor that were initially made for the Rambouillet castle

The four individuals depicted in the map are Julius Caesar (top left)

Here a fine work of art has been translated into textile form

Each of the original 12 tapestries depicted a different castle at each month of the year

Promenade Napoleonienne French Wall Tapestry 2-4 Piece Sets and often considered one ofThis jacquard wall tapestry is based on the work of Carle Vernet (1758 1836), one of Napoleons most prized artists. The emperor is seen with his court, watching a stag in the Compigne forest.